Blogs
56 years since the reunification of Jerusalem
Rocky Mountain JewMay 19, 2023
On the 28th of Iyar in 1967, during the Six Day War, Jerusalem was reunited under Israeli sovereignty after years of Jordanian rule. Since then, this historic day, today...
When Shavuot and American Cheese Month meet
Rocky Mountain JewMay 11, 2023
to the natural clash between the lunar and solar calendar, Shavuot can fall out either in May or June. Imagine our delight when we discovered that May is American Cheese...
From the archives: Coronations past
Rocky Mountain JewMay 04, 2023
Ahead of Charles III's coronation, a search through the IJN archives for how past coronations of British kings and queens were covered.
Israel @ 75
Rocky Mountain JewApr 26, 2023
When it comes to marriages, reaching the 75-year milestone is a rarity — for countries, however, 75 is relatively young! Some reflections on 75 and 1948 on Israel's...
From the archives: The birth of Israel
Rocky Mountain JewApr 20, 2023
How did the IJN report the birth of the state of Israel, 75 years ago, and what else was making news at the time?
At Passover, get the kids involved
Rocky Mountain JewMar 23, 2023
As a parent, I’ve realized that the mitzvah of educating your children about the story of the Exodus from Egypt begins earlier — not at the seder, but before, in the...
From the archives: Denver mayoral races
Rocky Mountain JewMar 09, 2023
The IJN takes a dive into its archive — When Thomas J. Morrissey ran for Denver mayor.
From the archives: CU’s Purim Queen
Rocky Mountain JewMar 02, 2023
The IJN takes a dive into its archive — CU Boulder Hillel crowns a Purim queen at its 1952 Purim ball.
From the Archives: When Abba Eban came to Denver
Rocky Mountain JewFeb 09, 2023
The IJN takes a dive into its archive — seventy years ago this week brought a most illustrious name to Denver — Israeli Ambassador to the US Abba Eban.
For Tu b’Shevat a Wheat Berry Salad
Rocky Mountain JewFeb 02, 2023
This whole-grain salad can also be made with farro or freekeh — each has their own unique earthy flavor which complements the aromatic hazelnuts.
